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LocalThunk "leaks" Balatro 1.1, revealing "at least" 4 new Jokers, new Tier 2 voucher, and a promise…
Balatro creator LocalThunk has shared details about the upcoming 1.1 update, including at least four new Jokers, a new Tier 2 voucher system, and a new blue stake. He admitted the update is past its original 2025 due date but emphasized his commitment to not rushing the release to ensure a high-quality experience.
Vampire Survivors Fans Will Love PS5 Roguelike That’s Under $9 on PlayStation Store
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard, a roguelike deck-builder spin-off of Vampire Survivors, is now available on PlayStation 5 for under $9. Co-developed and published by Poncle and Nosebleed Interactive, the game maintains the vibe of its predecessor while offering a distinct dungeon-crawling experience with a turn-based combat system.
Dreadline Express is more Myst than Balatro, but this horror Metroidvania deckbuilder is just as creative
Dreadline Express is a creative psychological horror Metroidvania deckbuilder where collected cards shape the narrative choices and progression. Developed by solo Czech dev Dave Konecny, the game features a unique deckbuilding system for narrative progression rather than combat, set on a mysterious, claustrophobic train. It is scheduled for release in October 2026 on PC.
Shroom and Gloom is my new deckbuilder obsession thanks to its fantastic fights, beautiful artwork, and tasty mushrooms
Shroom and Gloom is a roguelike deckbuilder that combines exploration and combat mechanics, each with its own deck. The game features beautiful artwork, strategic gameplay involving stamina management, and a unique combat system focused on preparing and consuming mushroom-based enemies. The reviewer praises its engaging mechanics and artistic style, recommending it for its early access journey.
Shroom and Gloom is a positively mycelial roguelike double deckbuilder that's now out in early access
Shroom and Gloom, a roguelike deckbuilder featuring two distinct card decks for combat and exploration, has launched in early access on Steam. Developed by Team Lazerbeam, the game boasts a distinct visual style with detailed, comic-book-like art.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: RuneScape: Dragonwilds, SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed, The Royal Writ, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles throughout September, including RuneScape: Dragonwilds, SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed, and Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War. Several games are also leaving the service on September 15th, such as Cyberpunk 2077 and Dead Cells.
Dice A Million making the jump to Nintendo Switch
Dice A Million, a strategic roguelike deckbuilder, is launching on Nintendo Switch on September 4, 2026, for $12.99. The game challenges players to roll one million points by crafting synergistic builds of dice, rings, and cards to escape a soul-sucking job.
Usual June mixes Hades-esque action, crystal crabs and ghosts to make for a game that'll do well in your Halloween rotation
Usual June is an upcoming action-adventure game that blends Hades-like combat with a classic Halloween aesthetic. Players control June, a college student who must defend her town from crystalline crabs and ghosts using a morphable wrench. The game is set to release on October 28th and is available to wishlist on Steam.
Rogue Reigns Deals Out an October Release Date for Xbox, PlayStation and More
Rogue Reigns, a dark fantasy deckbuilder from Venn Studios, will launch on October 28th, 2026, for PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android. The game features a unique party-based system where players control three heroes simultaneously, each with their own deck. A Steam playtest is available from August 27th to September 3rd.
Rogue Reigns now coming to Nintendo Switch 2, release date, new trailer
Venn Studios announced that Rogue Reigns, a dark fantasy roguelike deckbuilder, will be released on October 28, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game features hand-drawn characters, procedurally generated 3D environments, and an innovative party-based combat system where players control three heroes simultaneously, each with their own deck. The studio, known for its community engagement through its YouTube channel, has shaped the game's development based on extensive player feedback.
Ray Chase, the voice of Cyclops in X-Men '97, has '1,000 freaking hours' in Slay the Spire and is running a 'smell build' in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2: ' I wear perfumes and walk into battle with my fancy boy outfit'
Voice actor Ray Chase, known for his roles in X-Men '97 and Final Fantasy 15, discusses his extensive playtime in Slay the Spire, accumulating over 1,000 hours. He also details a unique 'smell build' in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and his love for lightweight PC games like Brotato.
Origins TCG hands demo players a deckbuilder and 70+ fresh cards in weekend trial
Koin Games is conducting a weekend trial for the Origins TCG demo, introducing over 70 new cards, five new decks, and a deckbuilder. The Steam demo, released on July 15, has received a "Very Positive" rating. The full game is slated for release in Q4 2026, with a shift in its trading model to the Steam Marketplace.
This week in PC games: Beast of Reincarnation, Big Walk, and Marvel Tōkon, plus a round table RPG, some flammable robots, and a flock of lovestruck pigeons
This week's PC game releases include a variety of genres such as the RTS Flow of War, the post-apocalyptic action RPG Beast of Reincarnation, and the multiplayer puzzle game Big Walk. Other notable titles include the roguelite Anomaly President, the turn-based RPG Cielle is Not Happy, and the tag-team fighter MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls.
Barda: Backpack Roguelike Is Now Available on Mobile
Barda: Backpack Roguelike, a new indie game developed by Jérôme Bodin, is now available on Android for $4.99. The game combines inventory management with roguelite progression, tasking players with climbing a massive mountain as a bird named Thömi. Players collect over 140 unique items, manage limited backpack space, and unlock new abilities through an Explorer's Tree.
PETSCII Dungeons & Droids C64 - Fancy a bit of PETSCII gameplay, then check out this new game by Ko-Ko (Kornel Kolma)
PETSCII Dungeons & Droids, a new tactical roguelike deck-builder for the Commodore 64, has been released by developer Ko-Ko (Kornel Kolma) and published by PleasureBytes Games. The game features PETSCII graphics, card-based battles with sentient dice, and a soundtrack by Vincenzo, known for his work on The Witcher 3. It utilizes a single joystick for control and offers deep tactical gameplay with numerous enemy variations and upgradeable abilities.
Grab This Chess Roguelike Free on Mobile — Only Six Days Left
The chess roguelike deckbuilder, The Ouroboros King, is available for free on Android and iOS devices through the Epic Games Store Mobile app until July 23. Developed by Oriol Cosp Games, the title has received a 'Very Positive' rating on Steam and offers a unique blend of classic chess strategy with roguelike progression.
Spin the Wheel to Success: Roulette Dungeon Just Released on Steam Today!
Hooded Traveler Games has released their roguelike deckbuilder and dungeon crawler, Roulette Dungeon, on Steam for PC. The game features roulette mechanics, multiple characters with unique abilities, and various item combinations. Players help a gambling-addicted cat escape prison by manipulating the roulette wheel, placing bets, and collecting upgrades.
Slay the Spire meets Terra Nil in The Solace of Flowers, an "eco-dystopian" deckbuilder in which you cover corrupted islands with foxgloves, bees and, er, lions
The Solace of Flowers is a tactical roguelike deckbuilder with gardening elements, where players plant flora and deploy animal cards on corrupted islands to fend off apocalyptic threats. Developed by Ceiling Games, the game combines deckbuilding synergies with grid-based island colonization mechanics, aiming for a unique eco-dystopian experience.
Battle Waves: Mobile Launches Friends & Foes, Its First Major Seasonal Update
Gabriel's Games has launched Season 2: Friends & Foes for its mobile deckbuilder and auto-battler, Battle Waves: Mobile. The update introduces direct friend PvP invites, new daily quests, a new Battle Pass, and expanded PvP customization. This marks the game's first major seasonal update since reaching 175,000 downloads during its initial season.
Annihilated Has Been Delayed to Q4 2026 To Launch It in the Best Quality Possible
Annihilated, a dark roguelite deckbuilder RPG from developer Death Kumiai and publisher Flashlight Games, has been delayed to Q4 2026. The extra time will be used to further polish the game's feel and battle balance. An updated demo will be released during this period.